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Stick Marsh & Farm 13
Capt. George Welcome
April 10, 2003
Stick Marsh-Farm 13 - Freshwater Fishing Report
Submitted by George, Imagination Bassin Guide Services
Date Fished: 4/10/03
Water Temperature: 72
Water Clarity: 2-3 feet
The christening went well, the 700 plus mile trip each way was long, and the worst of all is I couldn't get my Grand-daughter out fishing. However, I did notice as we traveled 321 to Hickory that the water levels are back where they should be so you guys up there have your fishing grounds back.
We got back Sunday at 9:00 ready and raring to go on Monday Morning. Scott had out Don Armstrong and his son Joe,and although the day was a bit breezy, the weather remained nice throughout the day. Don started out the day hooking his biggest of his lifetime. Rearing back to cast his chug bug he let it rip. The backlash was immediate, rapidly followed by Scott grabbing the line as the sharp hard tug on his ear and blood dripping downward announced a major "oops!". Scott called me over and we had it out quickly. Scotts ear smarted and poor Don looked as if he could crawl into one of the lockers. Don't worry Don, Scott always wanted an ear ring.
Then came insult added to injury as Joe set the hook on about a 7 pound bass and the bass swam off with Joe's rod. As Joe set the hook in one direction the fish went in the other. I think at some point it has happened to us all. Don't worry Joe, I have done it more than once. It seems to me I can visualize Bill Dance scrambling for a pole that slipped on the strike and going overboard to get it, so it happens to the best of us.
Joe and Don ended up the day with Joe outfishing his Dad, but if I heard correctly Dad promised to make a comeback on the next outing. All in all they had a great day, and there just isn't anything better than Father and Son spending the quality time that is found in a shared fishing adventure.
My people were regular clients down for a week of fishing. Dan Corum and Holly knew the Marsh for its fantastic fishing and were raring to have at the Bass after facing snow and cold throughout this long and cold winter in their home area of Bristol Tenn.
Today would be spent doing some fishing and some area scouting. No big fish this trip, but after checking several areas and marking them with GPS, Dan and Holly were ready for the upcoming week.
Both boats spent the day on the Marsh side. Lots of Bass are out in the middle of the Marsh, and we found lots more on the South end just in from the divider ditch. Various baits were thrown but the plastics produced best with dark colored Senkos continuing to lead the way.
See you on the water. Say hi if you get the chance. April should be an outstanding month if the weather cooperates. A bit breezy and wet this week. We still have a few openings this month. Give us a call.
George & Scott Welcome are full time guides and full time fishermen on Stick Marsh/Farm 13. Our goal is to share these fantastic areas and our love for the sport. Two boats allow us to accommodate to six people. Contact us; you will be glad you did!
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